Food Recipe Collections & Favorites 9 Easy Potato Salad Recipes You'll Want to Serve All Year Round These upgrades prove potato salad is no one-trick wonder. By Betty Gold Betty Gold Betty Gold is the former senior digital food editor at Real Simple. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines and Ariel Klein Ariel Klein Ariel Klein is a freelance writer specializing in lifestyle, fashion, beauty, technology, home, cooking, and gardening topics. Her work has appeared in Real Simple, Well+Good, Travel+Leisure, Better Homes and Gardens, and Food & Wine magazine. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 01, 2024 Close Photo: GREG DUPREE Potato salad is the ideal side dish, some might argue. It's simple to make ahead, full of tasty ingredients, and pairs well with almost any meat, chicken, or fish. Most commonly spotted at backyard barbecues, we offer easy potato salad recipes that beg the question, "Why don't we make potato salad throughout the year?" Of course, there's the classic potato salad—that creamy, mayo-based version—but we present iterations made with BBQ sauce, tangy vinaigrette, spicy mustard, kimchi, and even fish sauce. Whether you're planning an outdoor party, need a make-ahead dish for a potluck, or are just craving potato salad, whip up one of these easy potato salad recipes, no matter what time of year it is. When making potato salad, not all types of potatoes are created equal. Most recipes call for Yukon gold or red potatoes because they're best for holding their shape. Russets are also good because they absorb dressing well, but they tend to fall apart when cooked. Start boiling your spuds in cold, heavily salted water. This step helps prevent overcooking. 01 of 09 Loaded Baked Potato Salad Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Carla Gonzalez Hart This is one potato salad that eats like a meal. Red potatoes get tossed in a traditional mayo and sour cream dressing spiked with onion, chives, and onion and garlic powders. Fold in some bacon and top it all with more bacon and shredded cheese. This baby won't last long at the cookout, so scoop some onto your plate when you can! Get the Recipe 02 of 09 BBQ Potato Salad Jennifer Causey Who says BBQ sauce is just for chicken and steak? Think about it: Is there a better flavor combination than potatoes, BBQ sauce, and bacon? This potato salad recipe also calls on coarse-grain mustard for a subtle kick and scallions for a touch of freshness. GET THE RECIPE 03 of 09 Niçoise-Inspired Potato Salad Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Carla Gonzalez Hart Take everyone's favorite side dish on a spin through the south of France by mashing up the potato salad and Niçoise salad. Here, fingerling potatoes get roasted and then tossed in a mustard-dill dressing with blanched green beans, olives, tomatoes, and sunny hard-boiled eggs. Get the Recipe 04 of 09 Kimchi Potato Salad Greg DuPree Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer Prop Stylist: Carla Gonzalez Hart Add some punch to your potato salad with this zippy, umami-packed version of the classic. The dressing is made with mayo, gochujang (a Korean chile paste; look for it near the soy sauce), chili-garlic sauce, and lime juice. Cooked potatoes and dressing are combined with funky kimchi and then topped with scallions and sesame seeds. It's an unexpected side that will disappear fast. Get the Recipe 05 of 09 Garlic and Herb Potato Salad Greg DuPree If you're seeking a lighter potato salad, look no further. Unlike traditional recipes, this garlicky version calls for tangy vinegar, spicy mustard, and freshly chopped parsley and basil. Break out an oversized serving bowl and display this gorgeous, eight-serving herby potato salad at your next gathering. GET THE RECIPE 06 of 09 Herb Potato Salad Anna Williams Every potato salad arsenal needs at least two basic recipes: one creamy (dressed in mayonnaise) and one acidic. This potato salad recipe is the latter. It's a deliciously mustardy, vinegary dish that adds heaps of fresh herbs—parsley, tarragon, chives, or whatever you have—plus scallions and olive oil. GET THE RECIPE 07 of 09 Creamy Potato Salad With Bacon Con Poulos Its name says it all: This potato salad recipe packs new potatoes with mayo, sour cream, vinegar, celery, and all the fresh herbs. Oh, and besides the bacon, the best part is it only takes 30 minutes to make. GET THE RECIPE 08 of 09 Sesame-Ginger Potato Salad Greg DuPree This mayo-free recipe takes potatoes for a walk on the Asian side with a dressing that features fish sauce, soy sauce, freshly minced ginger, and zesty lime. Skin-on red baby new potatoes, sliced red cabbage, and scallions provide vibrant color. Add the optional Asian chili-garlic sauce if you like a cold potato salad with a little heat. GET THE RECIPE 09 of 09 German Beet and Potato Salad Victor Protasio German potato salad is undoubtedly delicious, but adding perfectly cooked golden beets makes it a dish to write home about. The cidery-mustard vinaigrette adds the perfect amount of acid, and crunchy bacon brings texture to every bite. This mayo-less potato salad is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for serving alongside chicken, sausage, or fish. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit